My Name Is Not Isabella

Written by Jennifer Fosberry · Illustrated by Mike Litwin

Part of the Isabella series

A girl imagines herself as historical heroines, discovering her own extraordinary potential.

4.4/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,501 ratings

32 pages· 431 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud· AD440L

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Bookroo's summary

Isabella embarks on a whimsical journey, imagining herself as iconic women like Sally Ride and Rosa Parks. Through her playful transformations, she learns the power of self-identity and the limitless potential within her. As she explores the lives of these remarkable figures, Isabella discovers that her greatest hero is her own mother. This delightful tale invites young readers to dream big and embrace their unique strengths, sparking curiosity about women's history and inspiring self-discovery. Will Isabella find that the best parts of these heroines are already within her?

From the publisher

Isabella imagines she is a variety of prominent women throughout history, including Sally Ride, Annie Oakley, Rosa Parks, and Marie Curie.

At a glance

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 32
Words: 431
Reading age: 4–8
Audience: Picture
Lexile: AD440L

Themes & topics

Books about historical figures Books about being yourself Books about female role models Books about girls and women Books about imagination

What readers & critics say

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“This book had interesting illustrations, with a few that might be a little scary. There are famous historical female figures represented in the book.”

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